household
In this section we've included some hints and tips on how to manage your household rubbish. You can find out how to minimise the effect that you have on the environment and how to make your household more environmentally friendly.
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plastic


  • there are over 50 different types of plastics
  • most Local Authorities provide recycling facilities for HDPE and PET plastic bottles
  • many bottles are made from PET and HDPE including milk, shampoo, detergent and drinks bottles
  • when recycling, don't forget to wash and squash your bottles
  • some supermarkets have collection points for recycling carrier bags, alternatively click here for our top ten reuse suggestions
  • polythene bags can be posted for recycling to: www.polyprint.co.uk
plastic recycling
Advice:

reuse bags or use a long-life carrier bag. Buy in bulk to reduce packaging

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